Aircraft Interior Shop Lead & Crew Mentor

West Star Aviation; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day one

Medical, dental, vision with HSA/FSA

401(k) with company match

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation in East Alton, IL seeks a Team Lead for the Interior Cabinet/Finish Shop to supervise crews, schedule work, quote projects, and train staff while maintaining strong customer support and high quality standards.

The role requires advanced knowledge of aircraft interior removal/installations and FAA processes, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a hangar environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of aircraft interior removal and installations.
• Experience supervising four or more team members preferred.
• Experience with heavy modifications on corporate aircraft preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Interior Crew Leaders and staff to optimize workflow and on-time delivery.
• Perform quality checks and assign daily activities to crew members.
• Coach and train crew leads to raise job knowledge and performance.
• Deliver performance evaluations for team members.
• Assist engineering on design for major modification projects.
• Work independently on projects when required.
• Ensure training to maintain interior personnel competencies.
• Communicate clearly in English; read and write as needed.

Skills

Team supervision

Scheduling

Quoting

Training

Customer support

English comms

Crew leadership

Education

High school diploma

Supervisor/managerial course

Driver's license (ideal)

Passport ideal

Tools

Corridor systems

FAA paperwork familiarity

Job description

West Star Aviation in East Alton, IL seeks a Team Lead for the Interior Cabinet/Finish Shop to supervise crews, schedule work, quote projects, and train staff while maintaining strong customer support and high quality standards.

The role requires advanced knowledge of aircraft interior removal/installations and FAA processes, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a hangar environment.